NFC East

The draft will be held Thursday, Friday and Saturday in Chicago. Los Angeles Times NFL writer Sam Farmer examines team needs by division. NFC EAST The New York Giants need to do a better job of protecting Eli Manning, so look for them to try to fortify their offensive line with either their first or second pick. They draft ninth, so they likely will be in position to pick up one of the premier pass rushers in this class too. A safety would be helpful, although the Giants pick too early to use their first selection on that position. With Greg Hardy suspended for the first 10 games of the season, the need for the Dallas Cowboys to collect defensive players is underscored. The Cowboys are...

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The NFL draft will be held Thursday, Friday and Saturday in Chicago. Times NFL writer Sam Farmer examines team needs by division. Today, the East divisions:
NFC East
The New York Giants need to do a better job of protecting quarterback Eli Manning, so...

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